Commentary

Back in 2016, we crossed a major threshold in technology. A majority of US Households use mobile phones and don’t have landlines. It makes sense as mobile phones become a necessity. Why use a phone that ties you to one location? If you still have a landline, there’s probably a few reasons. First, you might be […]

We can put the best antivirus on your computer (Malwarebytes), but ultimately they’re ineffective you work around them. It’s not just phishing attempts. There’s a whole bunch of reasons humans mess everything up. Phishing is Getting More Sophisticated Most of us know not to click that link pretending to be from Amazon or our local […]

Generally, we’re not big fans of extended warranties. Computers depreciate too quickly to make it worthwhile. The exception being AppleCare. Apple repairs are not only expensive, but Apple products retain their value longer. The other thing we’ve found is that companies exclude all sorts of stuff from these warranties. It’s so bad that BestBuy is […]

Our primary focus is computer repair in Lawrence, KS. We don’t do mobile phones at all. We do get calls, daily, about mobile repair. Too often the caller wants to know the lowest price. That’s a bad strategy. The cheap often comes out expensive as my Mom used to say. A lousy repair isn’t just […]

With pretty much duopoly of Internet Service Providers in Lawrence, any change is welcome! If you live in rural areas, you’re options are even more limited. Verizon could change that according to this announcement. Clients sometimes use their wireless phone service to provide internet. The problem is those services are slow and expensive compared to […]

When you get a new computer or smartphone, what do you do with the old one? According to a recent report, only 20 % of people in the US are recycling it. Those old devices could just be sitting in a closet or basement. Sadly, many people just throw them out with the trash. Not […]

This statement may seem obvious, but still need to be proven by science. I don’t know about you (well, actually I do according to this study), but when I’m without my phone I panic. Where is it? I’d be much more upset about misplacing my phone than my wallet. That dreaded 1% battery sign means […]

Even as we push for better broadband in the city of Lawrence, our community is bigger than that. People in rural areas have a tough time. They’re stuck using mobile hotspots that have severe data limits or expensive satellite connections. These don’t always work, especially if you live on a large property. Microsoft is coming […]

Most people know, I’m a strong advocate for bridging the digital divide. That’s why I work with great organizations like Connecting For Good that help make sure everyone has equal access to technology. While there are problems in Kansas City and Lawrence, this report shows AT&T is making it worse. What that link states is things […]

Clients sometimes take a casual approach to computer security. Their rationale is “I have nothing important on there.” They don’t do banking or finances. They’re just casually surfing and interacting with friends. This article explains some of the details why you’re hacked. In a nutshell, they’re not looking to steal anything from you. The goal is […]

Dave Greenbaum aka DoctorDave or incorrectly Dr. Dave does computer repair in Lawrence, KS as well as doing computer repair in Topeka, KS. He's been making "mouse calls" since 1990 and shares his thoughts on various topics here on his blog. If you arrived here directly, make sure to visit the main DoctorDave web site to learn all about Dave and the many services he offers.